The server now functions locally! Anyone can join the server from the same IP address as you. You will need to port forward your server in order to allow others to connect. Google Whats my IP is the best way to do this. PROXIMAL.ORG Google. Copy the number and paste it in to the address bar. This will take to your router’s website where you are able to manage your router’s settings. To continue, enter your router's password. My router is a Linksys, you'll want to google around to find the steps with your specific router. Enter the following information into the Port Range Forwarding section.

Application Name: Minecraft server Start ~ End Port: 25565 - 25565 Protocol: TCP Device IP: ENTER COMPUTER'S IP HERE

Enabled: True

To find your computer's IP address, hold down the windows key, and press R. When the command prompt opens up, type ipconfig. Copy the IP address found on the line labeled IPv4 Address. Enter that number for your Device IP.